A self-taught astronomer fell in love with the stars and built his own observatory in Colombia.

The colonial city's social history is reflected in its fanciful door knockers.

No one knows for sure why this town's dead refuse to rot.

Three hundred illuminated pillars form an “artificial forest” in Medellín.

A three-tiered waterfall plummets from a mountain cave with amazing views over the countryside.

An unusual and beautiful form of mass transit serves the city's steepest neighborhoods.

This museum’s collection includes rescued birds, fine art, and a collection of shrunken heads.

Ecuador's largest Incan ruins show evidence of sophisticated irrigation and diplomacy among the ancient builders.

This Ecuadorian cemetery is home to a jaw-dropping topiary wonderland.

Largest monument in Colombia depicts 14 lancers who drove back an army.

Two identical statues by Fernando Botero, one blown to pieces in a terrorist bombing, the other donated as a gift for peace.

Colombia's biggest botanical garden contains plants from all across the country.

Former drug lord’s manor, now a theme park. Watch out for the hippos.

This tiny shop has been serving traditional tamales for more than 200 years.

Unparalleled stargazing, one of Colombia's best observatories, and a swimming pool can all be found in the middle of this ancient tropical forest.

Enchanting cave with a river crashing through the roof.

A dangling church built over a Colombian gorge.